More than 200 patterns inspired by the great early cultures of the American Southwest. Make pegboards, clocks, jewelry boxes, lampshades, shelves, and other wood projects extra-special by applying these marvelous designs.
All-new patterns, 262 of them, feature teddy bears, dinosaurs, sports figures, dancers, cowboy cutouts, Christmas ornaments, dozens more. Plus fretted objects, a Viking ship, framed cut-outs, wall-hangers, key-chain miniatures, jewelry, shelf decorations, much more. Hundreds of step-by-step photos and drawings show you how to flop, repeat, and crop each design for thousands of variations. 228 pages (4 in color), 370 b/w illus., 280 patterns, 8 x 10.
Wood(R) magazine has gathered scrollsawers' finest techniques and projects in a pattern collection that any woodworker will treasure. Take the 80 patterns of animals, autos, birds, buildings, people, and places, and either follow the projects exactly as shown, incorporate the designs into a different piece, or do some mixing and matching. There's plenty of technical advice, too.
Offers advice on cutting and displaying silhouettes, and shares patterns featuring birds, animals, holidays, country scenes, mythology, boats, sports, transportation, warriors, and winter scenes.
Stunning fretwork designs that used to take untold hours can be made quickly and easily. More than 200 fabulous full-size patterns with easy-to-follow instructions enable any scroll saw owner to master the art in a weekend. "This is perhaps the most complete pattern book of this nature in existence."--"The Mallet."
Join Henry Berns as he uses a scroll saw or band saw to create an ark-full of miniature three-dimensional animals and a stable-full of miniature three-dimensional people to watch over them. Henry covers three-dimensional pattern use, basic power tool operating instructions and finishing techniques, then moves on to include specific instructions and patterns for almost 50 three-dimensional animal and people projects. Also included are gift ideas and presentation ideas, including a barn, a stable and an ark in which to display the finished pieces.
Full-size patterns for more than 50 different shelf styles are featured, with Spielman's masterful touch in the step-by-step instructions and the many helpful drawings and photos. You can change the heights, widths, and finishes to suit your needs.
Attractive fretwork projects are highlighted by adding an artificial light source for effect. Make an elegant box style mantle clock with illuminated display stand, some eye-catching acrylic Christmas presents to place under the Christmas tree, or a cross wall sconce with attractive fret design. With 400 color images, step-by-step directions are provided for 24 lighted scroll saw projects ranging from easy-to-make luminaries to the intricate fretwork of a night light with tab and slot design. The wide selection of ornamental -- and functional -- projects include table lamps, candle holders, and Christmas decorations. The variety in designs, with accompanying patterns, make this a great project book for woodworkers of all skill levels. The double layered Christmas projects are always popular. Choose from a lighted arch (Schwibbogen), tree, or pyramid. All the basic procedures associated with scroll sawing are described in detail with many tips and techniques included. Highlighted is the compound cut technique, plus use of various materials (hardwood, plywood, painted MDF, paper, and acrylic). Patterns comprise a variety of popular themes such as fairies, cherubs, a lighthouse, a dolphin, and a snowman.
Reissue Compiled by master craftsman Patrick Spielman, this compilation offers the finest selection of decorative patterns and ideas for scroll-saw cutting. Woodworkers will derive inspiration from well over 100 projects originally created by Dirk Boelman, America's leading scroll-saw pattern designer. There's something for everyone and every taste: Halloween and Christmas ornaments; three-dimensional birds that look as if they're about to take flight; marching animals; man-in-the-moon earrings; a Victorian doll table and chair; and more. All the items make wonderful gifts and are perfect for selling at shops and crafts fairs. "Includes over 100 ornamental and decorative patterns and projects...[for] those with basic scroll-sawing and woodworking skills, with special techniques explained with text, line drawings and photographs."--Woodshop News